El Capitan Hotel

Downtown Merced's El Capitan Hotel delivers California cuisine across three restaurants with 24-hour concierge service to help travelers explore with confidence

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January 2026

February 2026

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El Capitan Hotel in downtown Merced offers three restaurants with fresh California cuisine. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, public WiFi, a coffee shop, and a bar. The helpful staff provides wedding services and concierge assistance for seamless travel experiences.

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Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant
Air-conditioning

includes taxes & fees

29 Jan - 30 Jan, 2026

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Room options

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Dec 31 - Jan 1

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All rooms

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2 beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Arbor Lane Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Arbor Lane King

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Main Street King

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

33 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Main Street Double Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

Sofa bed

Premium bedding

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

Sofa bed

52 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite - Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Down duvet

Premium bedding

Blackout curtains

Designer toiletries

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

609 W MAIN STREET, Merced, CA, 95340

What's nearby

Merced County Courthouse Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Poker Flats Casino - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Applegate Park Zoo - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Mercy General Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Merced County Fairgrounds - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

Merced Station - 14 min walk
Merced, CA (MCE-Merced Municipal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬10 min walk
‪The Sensory Place by ASIP - ‬5 min walk
‪Smash Bros - ‬8 min walk
‪Lovers Deli - ‬4 min walk
‪La Casita - ‬10 min walk

About this property

El Capitan Hotel

Upscale hotel near Merced County Fairgrounds

Located close to Merced County Courthouse Museum and Applegate Park Zoo, El Capitan Hotel provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a 24-hour gym. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Californian cuisine. Free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour business centre are available to all guests.

Additional perks include:

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and smoke-free property
A ballroom, a lift and a front desk safe
A porter/bellboy, 4 meeting rooms and wedding services
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location

Room features

All 114 rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Extra amenities include:

Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
49-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

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Pool
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Parking included

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan, 2026

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Covered valet parking on site (USD 15 per day)
Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 20 per person
3 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

Mainzer
Native Son
Rainbird
The Courtyard

Things to do

24-hour gym

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Wedding services

Business services

24-hour business centre
4 meeting rooms

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Lift (203 centimetre wide door)
Low-height door lock
Low-height view port in door
Sign language-capable staff
Stair-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

2 buildings
Ballroom
Built in 2021
Communal living room
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

49-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Service fee: USD 5.61 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 20 per person
Valet parking fee: USD 15.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of GBAC STAR (Hyatt)

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

El Capitan Hotel Hotel

El Capitan Hotel Merced

El Capitan Hotel Hotel Merced

El Capitan Hotel part of JdV by Hyatt

El Capitan Hotel Merced a Joie De Vivre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is El Capitan Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at El Capitan Hotel?

As of 31 Dec, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Capitan Hotel on 29 Jan, 2026 start from S$147.40, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at El Capitan Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 15.00 per day.

What time is check-in at El Capitan Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Capitan Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Capitan Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Merced County Courthouse Museum, Mercy General Hospital and Merced County Fairgrounds. Applegate Park Zoo and Merced College are also within 3 mi (5 km). Merced Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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El Capitan Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

ANDREA

3 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

27 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Front desk was excellent!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

30 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel met and exceeded all my expectations. Lovely hotel, and very attentive & polite staff. Will definitely stay again and recommend to family/friends.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

8 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean, quiet, great room, cozy, staff was kind and courteous.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN

11 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very beautiful hotel that the staff was very inviting and attentive to the customers needs

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

21 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was very clean and comfortable. Lots of space to move around.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

11 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful hotel and very friendly and helpful staff. Clean room with quality touches. Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

4 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clean and nice place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

2 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Han

3 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great location, beautiful hotel and nice staff! The breakfast at Rainbird was delicious~will definitely stay here again~

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

11 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Best hotel in Merced

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

3 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel with great amenities

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

16 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Cute hotel pet friend staff was awesome!

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Muaz

7 Nov, 2025

Nice place

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

2 Nov, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was amazing room was great

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

7 Oct, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We stay here at least a couple of times a year / we just love it.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

6 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

James

22 Dec, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I've stayed several times, as a local park worker in Yosemite. I've never had a single issue. Courteous staff, nice rooms for the average rate. Convenient on site dining options. Centrally located, within walking distance to food, bars, and dispensaries. Well lit at night, as safe as downtown gets. Dog friendly by dog person standards.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025